Why is cheesecake called cake, and pumpkin pie called pie, when they are almost the same consistency?
by 
callMEdna
ANSWERS: 2
-
Hmm, Cheese pie would be quiche. I assume it has to do with the traditional pie crust / pie tin as opposed to the spring form pan a cheese cake is made in. There is pumpkin cheesecake though. One could also use a traditional pie crust recipe for a cheesecake.
-
I'm thinking that pies are often fruit based, and pumpkin is a fruit, hence pumpkin pie. Cheese, however, is not a fruit. This is the only reason I can think of because you are right, the textures are quite similar.
RELATED QUESTIONS
Copyright 2023, Wired Ivy, LLC